Keysight (Agilent) N5161A

| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 100 kHz to 6 GHz |
| Frequency Resolution | 0.01 Hz |
| Sweep Modes | step sweep, list mode |
| RF Output Connector | Type-N female |
| Interfaces | GPIB, LAN (LXI), USB |
| Output Power | -127 to +13 dBm to 4.5 GHz, +7 dBm to 6 GHz |
| Modulation | AM, FM, ΦM, pulse (depending on configuration) |
| Display | without (ATE version, no front panel display) |
Available configurations
| Model | Frequency range | Configuration |
| N5161A-503 | 100 kHz to 3 GHz | Analog signal generator |
| N5161A-506 | 100 kHz to 6 GHz | Analog signal generator |
Keysight (Agilent) N5161A-506 Options:
Options available for the Keysight (Agilent) MXG analog signal generator (N5181A). Installed options vary from unit to unit – ask us for the exact configuration of the instrument you are interested in.
- N5161A - UNT - AM, FM and phase modulation
- N5161A - UNU - Pulse modulation
- N5161A - UNW - Narrow pulse modulation
- N5161A - 1EA - High output power
- N5161A - 1EQ - Low output power (step attenuator)
- N5161A - UNZ - Fast switching
- N5161A - 1ER - Flexible reference input
- N5161A - 1EM - RF output moved to rear panel
- N5161A - 006 - Instrument security
- N5161A - 1CM - Rack mount kit
- N5161A - 1CN - Front handle kit
- N5161A - 1CP - Rack mount kit with handles
The Keysight (Agilent) N5161A-506 is a compact MXG analog signal generator offering a frequency range from 100 kHz to 6 GHz with high signal stability. It features ≤1.5 ms switching speed via SCPI and ≤900 µs in list mode for rapid transitions. Amplitude output reaches up to +23 dBm with a built-in step-attenuator and supports AM, FM, phase, and pulse modulation. Field-replaceable modules ensure ≤30 min repair, and calibration can be done within 1 hour.
It connects via GPIB, LAN, USB, and LXI using SCPI commands, making it ideal for calibration labs and bench setups needing precise signal performance.
Testwall can supply the used Keysight (Agilent) N5161A-506, fully tested. With expert support and global delivery, Testwall ensures high-performance instrumentation with unmatched reliability and service quality. Please contact us directly if you need calibration or repair of the Keysight (Agilent) N5161A-506.
Options and configurations
- Frequency Range: 100 kHz to 6 GHz (Opt. 506)
- Modulation: AM, FM, ΦM (Opt. UNT), pulse (Opt. UNU/UNW)





